A longstanding border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia has intensified into military skirmishes, resulting in the death of a Cambodian soldier and partial border closures.

The conflict centers around the remote region known as Chong Bok or Mom Bei, where both nations have reinforced their military presence.

Rising nationalist sentiment, cyberattacks, and economic disruptions have exacerbated tensions.

Cambodia is considering taking the matter to the International Court of Justice, which Thailand does not recognize.

Despite being ASEAN members, the regional body has struggled to intervene effectively due to its consensus-based decision-making and tradition of non-interference.

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, ASEAN's current chairman, has offered to mediate as the situation remains tense.